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Diocesan Boys’ School (DBS) is situated in the Mong Kok area of Kowloon. The school is located in a central urban district, well-connected by public transport and major MTR lines, making it accessible from across Hong Kong.
DBS is divided into a Primary Division (Grades 1–6) and a Secondary Division (Grades 7–12). The Secondary Division offers both the HKDSE and IB Diploma Programme.
DBS is an Anglican boys’ school offering both day and boarding options for students in the Secondary Division.
The school offers Student Welfare and Fee Remission Schemes; however, there is no published information about dedicated SEN or learning support departments.
DBS is a Hong Kong school and does not have an affiliation with a foreign country.
DBS is affiliated with the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui (Anglican Church).
DBS does not publish a daily timetable publicly, though the calendar indicates regular school days with designated holidays, services, and assemblies.
The school does not advertise a daily bus service, though temporary event-day shuttle buses (such as for the Garden Fete) are mentioned in announcements.
Tuition Fees (Per Year)
Grades 1 – 6: HKD 136,822
Grades 7 – 9: HKD 139,646
Grades 10 – 12: HKD 153,116
IB1 – IB2 (Years 11–12, IB Diploma Programme): HKD 234,876
Tuition fees are billed in multiple installments:
Grades 7–11 (HKDSE and IB): 10 installments per year
Grade 12 (HKDSE): 7 installments
Grade 12 (IB): 8 installments
Additional Fees
The school’s financial assistance documents note that costs for lunch, uniforms, and textbooks may apply separately. DBS operates a Fee Remission and Scholarships Scheme for eligible students, based on financial need.
Payment Options
The school accepts payment through bank transfer as outlined in its admissions and finance documentation.
Diocesan Boys’ School (DBS) is a boys’ day and boarding school in Mong Kok, Kowloon, with roots dating to 1869. The Secondary Division offers two academic pathways: Hong Kong’s HKDSE and the IB Diploma Programme, delivered with English as the medium of instruction (Chinese is used for Chinese Language and Chinese History). DBS highlights extensive co-curricular life, including Inter-School Sports and major music events such as Homecoming and other concerts. The school publishes transparent, grade-by-grade fees (local and non-local) and installment details for IB and HKDSE years. Boarding information and application notices are provided on the school website. Recent school reports describe student numbers and outline community-service initiatives. Families can find contact details, gate hours, and calendars online, as well as an IB site confirming the programme and noting AFEC “Athlete-Friendly Education Centre” accreditation.
